Making a Will

Making a Will

This publication is for Albertans who are thinking about writing or changing a will. Writing a will allows you to pass on your belongings to your loved ones according to your wishes and with as few problems as possible. If you die without a will, it’s often more costly, complicated, and time consuming to settle your estate. If you need more detailed help or legal advice, see Making a Will – Where Can I Get Help?

The contents of this publication are provided as general information only. It is not legal advice. If you have a legal problem, you should consult a lawyer.

You should NOT rely on this webpage for legal advice. It providesgeneral information on Alberta law only. October 2015.

What’s New at CPLEA

LawNow – Volume 41 Issue 6 “The Reasonables” now available online. There are hundreds of ways that the concept of “reasonableness” plays out in Canadian law and society. This issue takes a look at a few. To read the current issue clickhere.

CPLEA has developed a Tipsheet on the new amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act that allow for victims of domestic violence to break a lease early, without financial penalty, if their home is unsafe. You can download the publication for free at CPLEA’s publication page (click on Abuse and Family Violence). This tipsheet is part of CPLEA’s Families and the Law: Domestic Violence Series.